Quiz for A Long Walk to Water

Why do the villagers call the desert "the land of death"?

• Because it is filled with dangerous animals.

• Because there is no water, and many people die trying to cross it.

• Because there are no plants or trees.

• Because it is always dark.

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CCSS.RI.4.5

CCSS.RI.5.5

CCSS.RI.6.5

CCSS.RI.7.5

CCSS.RI.8.5

How does Salva show leadership while crossing the desert with the group?

• By finding a shortcut.

• By encouraging others and helping those who are weak.

• By staying quiet and following the leader.

• By carrying water for everyone.

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

What does Salva discover about his family after arriving at the refugee camp?

• His family has also fled to Ethiopia.

• His family is alive but still in Sudan.

• His family is missing and likely gone forever.

• His family is waiting for him at another camp.

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CCSS.RI.7.7

CCSS.RL.6.9

CCSS.RL.7.7

CCSS.RL.8.5

CCSS.RL.8.7

Why does Salva feel both hope and sadness about his future?

• He feels sad about leaving his friends but hopeful about finding food.

• He is hopeful to move forward but sad about losing his family.

• He feels hopeful about learning English but sad about being in the camp.

• He feels hopeful about meeting new people but sad about the journey ahead.

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CCSS.RI.1.1

CCSS.RI.2.1

CCSS.RI.3.1

CCSS.RL.2.1

CCSS.RL.3.1

Why does the refugee camp in Ethiopia suddenly close?

• The United Nations stops delivering food.

• Government soldiers force everyone to leave.

• A flood destroys the camp.

• The villagers protest and shut it down.

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CCSS.RI.1.1

CCSS.RI.2.1

CCSS.RI.3.1

CCSS.RL.2.1

CCSS.RL.3.1

How does Salva survive the dangerous journey across the river?

• By swimming quickly and hiding behind others.

• By grabbing onto a floating object and staying calm.

• By using a boat and helping others cross.

• By staying on the shore and waiting for help.

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CCSS.RI.2.1

CCSS.RI.3.1

CCSS.RL.1.1

CCSS.RL.2.1

CCSS.RL.3.1

What new challenges does Salva face after leaving Ethiopia?

• Finding food and water while walking to Kenya.

• Crossing a large desert filled with wild animals.

• Avoiding enemy soldiers while walking home.

• Climbing mountains with a broken leg.

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CCSS.RI.2.1

CCSS.RI.3.1

CCSS.RL.1.1

CCSS.RL.2.1

CCSS.RL.3.1

How does Salva’s determination help him lead the boys to safety?

• He finds a map to guide them.

• He organizes the group and encourages them to keep going.

• He builds shelter for the group along the way.

• He carries all their water supplies.

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

What is Salva’s experience like in the United States when he first arrives?

• He struggles to understand the language and culture.

• He feels completely at home right away.

• He becomes homesick and wants to return to Sudan immediately.

• He refuses to adapt to the new environment.

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

How does Salva begin to adjust to life in a new country?

• By focusing on his education and learning English.

• By finding a group of Sudanese friends to stay with.

• By opening his own business.

• By avoiding school and working on a farm.

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CCSS.RI.6.7

CCSS.RI.7.7

CCSS.RI.8.7

CCSS.RL.6.9

CCSS.RL.8.7